The track area has nothing to do with it - also the loading points for raw wood should be left alone
The Finnish Railways Agency informs 15.5.2023 May XNUMX, that recently there have been a particularly large number of observations of unauthorized movement at raw wood loading points in various parts of Finland. According to the Highways Agency, there has been a particularly high number of unauthorized movements, for example, in Äänekoski in Suolahti. The Finnish Railways Agency reminds us that moving on the tracks or in their immediate vicinity is dangerous and also prohibited by law. You may not correct through the track area either!
Several loading points for raw wood are located along the railways all over Finland. As on the railway itself, unauthorized movement in the loading area is not only prohibited but also dangerous.
- There is heavy equipment moving in the area, which may not be noticed from behind piles of wood, and drivers may not notice unauthorized passers-by, reminds Kimmo Tiainen, an expert from the Norwegian Railways Agency.
- Entrepreneurs constantly make observations about outside movers in loading areas. "Nearly missed" situations occur unfortunately often, Tiainen says.
It is worth discussing the dangers of railways and raw wood loading areas with children and young people both at home and at school. You will find discussion tips From the website of the Finnish Railways Agency.
Also read the article: Why can't you move on the railway?
For more information:
The Finnish Railways Agency
Managing raw wood loading areas for railways
Specialist
Kimmo Tiainen
029 534 3343
kimmo.tiainen@vayla.fi
News published 16.5.2023
